December 15, 2017

Christmas dinners are for gathering with loved ones, sharing stories, and drinking some alcohol. If your family enjoys having cocktails at dinner, prepare them a batch of something special. From peppermint flavors to champagne-based drinks, you can make them all depending on their preference. To make preparation easier for you, we’ve rounded up five simple recipes you can try to make for Christmas day.

Cranberry Gin Cocktail

Add some color to the dining table with this gin-based cocktail. This sweet and tangy concoction will go great with any meal you have prepared.

Procedure1. Fill your glass with ice2. Pour the gin and lemon juice3. Add the cranberry juice and stir the mixture4. Garnish with cranberries and mint leaves

Peppermint White Russian

Christmas wouldn’t be complete without peppermint and candy canes. This cocktail is creamy and has some kick from both the coffee liqueur and vodka. The rims are also dressed with candy cane bits for added flavor.

Procedure1. Line the rim of glass with vanilla frosting and dip it in the candy cane bits2. Chill the glasses in the fridge while preparing the drink3. Add the coffee liqueur, vodka, and half and half cream in a cocktail shaker4. Shake the drink and pour it the glass with ice

Eggnog Mudslide

Add a twist to the classic eggnog with this recipe. End your heavy dinner with this dessert-like cocktail. It’s a creamy mixture of vodka, eggnog, and whipped cream.

Procedure1. Rub the rim of a glass with the lemon wedge and dip it in the sanding sugar2. Add vanilla vodka, white chocolate liqueur, creme de cacao, and half and half in a shaker with ice3. Pout drink into the glass and serve

Christmas Champagne

Pop your favorite bottle of champagne for this easy drink recipe. Cut the sweetness of the bubbly with tart cranberries. Serve them in champagne flutes and drink the night away.